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Community Heroes: Ending Senior Poverty Together

Our series shines a spotlight on local leaders who are working tirelessly for and with seniors in their community.


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“There’s somebody out there that will help you.”

It takes passionate people around the country to reduce poverty for and with older adults. Hear the stories of real-life heroes we’re proud to call partners, who are driving us all toward a future without senior poverty. Read Erika’s story.

Erika Murdoch feeds both body and soul for seniors in her community, like Tom McSpedden and Kepina Hasegawa.

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1 in 3 older adults are struggling to make ends meet. As an AARP Foundation donor, you’ll support trusted community partners and help seniors go from surviving to thriving.